Sunday, September 30 The Sins of the First Humans Genesis 3:8-17, 20-24 NRSV He drove out the man; and at the east of the garden of Eden he placed the cherubim, and a sword flaming and turning to guard the way to the tree of life. (Genesis 3:24) Watch out! Sin will...

Saturday, September 29 The Serpent’s Temptation Genesis 3:1-7 NRSV But the serpent said to the woman, “You will not die; for God knows that when you eat of it your eyes will be opened, and you will be like God, knowing good and evil. (Genesis 3:4-5) Know God’s Word...

Friday, September 28 Endure Temptation, Receive Crown of Life James 1:12-15 NRSV Blessed is anyone who endures temptation. Such a one has stood the test and will receive the crown of life that the Lord has promised to those who love him. (James 1:12) Pray continually...

Thursday, September 27 Removing the Stumbling Blocks to Temptation Mark 9:42-48 NRSV If any of you put a stumbling block before one of these little ones who believe in me, it would be better for you if a great millstone were hung around your neck and you were thrown...

Wednesday, September 26 Jesus Overcomes Temptation Matthew 4:1-11 NRSV Jesus said to him, “Away with you, Satan! for it is written, ‘Worship the Lord your God, and serve only him.’” (Matthew 4:10) Tempted to act contrary to what is right? Use the Word of God as a...